Hey guys. I just want to say that my friend is 100% healthy now! Yay! I'm still sick, but my symptoms are getting better! Headache, fever, and loss of appetite are gone. I just want to thank you for staying with this for so long!
Stay healthy!
October 17th, 2013
October 17th, 2013
Good evening web friends! Today, I'm just going to jump right into our mono information. I will discuss demographics, contraction, and prognosis.
Good evening web friends! Today, I'm just going to jump right into our mono information. I will discuss demographics, contraction, and prognosis.
Demographics
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| Teenagers are more likely to contract mononucleosis than any other age group. |
In the United States, mononucleosis is quite common in teenagers and young adults. Any age group can be affected, though 95% of Americans age 35-40 have been infected with mononucleosis. Both males and females are equally likely to contract mono. And, all races and ethnic groups also have an equal chance of contracting the disease.
Contraction
There are many ways you can contract mono. For example, if you eat form the same plate as a carrier with mono. Or, if you share spoons/forks, lip glosses and chap sticks, beverage glasses/bottles, instruments with mouth pieces, toothbrushes, etc. Sharing is good, but you hate to draw the line somewhere.
Prognosis
Mononucleosis rarely causes serious complications. Fever usually goes away in about 10 days. If you're feeling sick longer than 4 months, go back to the doctor. To speed your recovery, make sure to get plenty of rest. Severe complications are unusual. One may be a ruptured spleen, which mostly occurs in males who return to contact sports too quickly. Airway obstruction is a possibility, but only occurs in 1 patient per 1,000. Anemia may also appear but only in 3%. Both often occur only in small children and can be treated with steroids.
SO! Don't worry! Take it easy, and avoid sharing silverware, lip make-up, etc.
Later webbies!
October 13th, 2013
October 13th, 2013
See? I kept my promise! For today, I will discuss how doctors diagnose mononucleosis, and both the history and future mono is facing.
There are a couple different methods doctors use to diagnose mononucleosis. There is a simple doctor's evaluation. Usually, doctors feel and/or tap on the abdomen for a diagnosis. There is also a monospot test. While fast at giving results, it may or may not be accurate. Your other option is a blood test. This is the same test that was used to diagnose me when I was at my doctors check-up.
See? I kept my promise! For today, I will discuss how doctors diagnose mononucleosis, and both the history and future mono is facing.
There are a couple different methods doctors use to diagnose mononucleosis. There is a simple doctor's evaluation. Usually, doctors feel and/or tap on the abdomen for a diagnosis. There is also a monospot test. While fast at giving results, it may or may not be accurate. Your other option is a blood test. This is the same test that was used to diagnose me when I was at my doctors check-up.
History
A couple hundred years ago, German doctors took notice of a disease similar to mononucleosis. But, it mostly occurred in children and usually lasted a short amount of time. This became known as 'Glandular Fever'.
Future
In 2007, a vaccine in Belgium showed promise in preventing mono, but, it must undergo clinical trials in order to be licensed.
Alright, this is me signing off. Bye!
October 10th, 2013
October 10th, 2013
Hey guys. Geez. I feel really sick. My doctor told me that even though mononucleosis symptoms can die down after 2-3 weeks, the virus will live inside of you for the rest of your life. Ugh, I can't imagine having this again. So, to help you mono-victims, I'm going to blog about the aftermath of the mononucleosis symptoms, and how to get better. Now, please do not confuse how to get better with treatment. These are two seperate things.
The keys to getting over mono are patience and self-care. Because of the fatigue you feel, sleep is vital. If you're home and you're bored, go to sleep. Another good thing that you can do for your body is taking vitamins. But, and this is very important: Only take them AS DIRECTED. Ask your doctor before consuming the vitamins and stop taking them if your condition worsens.
Keep a healthy diet. Eat proteins, fluids, bread, whole grains, dairy products, and lots of fruits and veggies. Try to avoid candy and chips. The salt can make your stomach feel stuffed and the sugar can make you even more fatigued.
As for the aftermath, after your symptoms have disappeared, get regular check-ups. Remember, you aren't completely off the hook. Still take it easy. Drink fluids and eat well. Try to wait at least a month, or longer if needed, before going back to your normal routines. Also, avoid any strenuous physical activity for 1 month. Even after waiting, start slowly. There is no need to risk injury. START. SLOWLY.
Now if the painful time I must go! I'll update within the week, I promise!
Hey guys. Geez. I feel really sick. My doctor told me that even though mononucleosis symptoms can die down after 2-3 weeks, the virus will live inside of you for the rest of your life. Ugh, I can't imagine having this again. So, to help you mono-victims, I'm going to blog about the aftermath of the mononucleosis symptoms, and how to get better. Now, please do not confuse how to get better with treatment. These are two seperate things.
The keys to getting over mono are patience and self-care. Because of the fatigue you feel, sleep is vital. If you're home and you're bored, go to sleep. Another good thing that you can do for your body is taking vitamins. But, and this is very important: Only take them AS DIRECTED. Ask your doctor before consuming the vitamins and stop taking them if your condition worsens.
Keep a healthy diet. Eat proteins, fluids, bread, whole grains, dairy products, and lots of fruits and veggies. Try to avoid candy and chips. The salt can make your stomach feel stuffed and the sugar can make you even more fatigued.
As for the aftermath, after your symptoms have disappeared, get regular check-ups. Remember, you aren't completely off the hook. Still take it easy. Drink fluids and eat well. Try to wait at least a month, or longer if needed, before going back to your normal routines. Also, avoid any strenuous physical activity for 1 month. Even after waiting, start slowly. There is no need to risk injury. START. SLOWLY. Now if the painful time I must go! I'll update within the week, I promise!
October 6th, 2013
October 6th, 2013
it has only been 5 days since I caught mono, and I already feel like I'm dying. Bleeeh. My friend feels no different. My most persistent symptoms are extreme fatigue, nausea, sore throat, and chest pains. But... HEY! Let's talk about treatment for mono! Great idea right? I'm a genius. I know.
If you have mononucleosis, follow these tips. Stay well!
it has only been 5 days since I caught mono, and I already feel like I'm dying. Bleeeh. My friend feels no different. My most persistent symptoms are extreme fatigue, nausea, sore throat, and chest pains. But... HEY! Let's talk about treatment for mono! Great idea right? I'm a genius. I know.
- There is no cure. There is no possible way to treat it with an antibiotic.
- The only way to flush mono out of your system is to let the virus run its course.
- Remember, this is NOT an ordinary cold. This is a disease that can turn dangerous if you don't take it easy.
- Self care at home
- Bed rest (6-10 days)
- Fluids
- Advil, Tylenol, etc.
- Throat lozenges or gargling with salt water
- Avoid vigorous exercise
- Avoid contact sports (at least one month after onset of symptoms)
- Nutritious diet
- AVOID ASPIRIN AT ALL COSTS
- Avoid any form of strenuous activity
If you have mononucleosis, follow these tips. Stay well!
August 31st, 2013
August 31st, 2013
This stinks. This really stinks. I'm sorry for not updating for a while, but I have a very good reason. I was stupid enough to go catch mono. How coincidental and unfortunate is that? Because of me being the friend that I am, I took care of my friend while she caught mono (which she still has) and I hugged her after the end of the day and KA-POW! I caught mono. I figured out at the doctors office, after a blood test, that the reason for my fatigue, headache, and fever were mononucleosis! But, fear not! I will still update regularly and talk about mono. Here's a list of some complications that can occur during the time that you're infected with mononucleosis.
Main Complication: Enlargement of the spleen
In Sever Cases: Ruptured Spleen
If you feel sharp pains, go to the doctor immediately.
Alright. I'm extremely tired. We must part ways!
Goodbye my computer friends!
This stinks. This really stinks. I'm sorry for not updating for a while, but I have a very good reason. I was stupid enough to go catch mono. How coincidental and unfortunate is that? Because of me being the friend that I am, I took care of my friend while she caught mono (which she still has) and I hugged her after the end of the day and KA-POW! I caught mono. I figured out at the doctors office, after a blood test, that the reason for my fatigue, headache, and fever were mononucleosis! But, fear not! I will still update regularly and talk about mono. Here's a list of some complications that can occur during the time that you're infected with mononucleosis.
Main Complication: Enlargement of the spleen
In Sever Cases: Ruptured Spleen
If you feel sharp pains, go to the doctor immediately.
Alright. I'm extremely tired. We must part ways!
Goodbye my computer friends!
August 26th, 2013
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| Exercise is vital to maintain a healthy lifestyle |
Hello, followers! Today, we will talk about the causes and preventions of mono/ I know, not very exciting, but sit down! Read!!!
The sad fact is that you can't avoid mono. It is virtually impossible. 95% of the worlds population is eventually infected with then disease. But, a way to prevent it or lessen your symptoms include having a healthy immune syste,. Take care of your body! Exercise and make sure to get enough sleep.
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| Make sure to get enough sleep whether or not you have mononucleosis. |
If necessary, take multivitamins. There is no vaccine for mononucleosis, so that makes following these instructions even more important. Avoid kissing the infected and/or any other form of close personal contact. And, to avoid giving mono to someone else, do not donate blood for at least 6 months after the symptoms have started.
There are different causes for mononucleosis, but a very common one is kissing a carrier with mono. A carrier is someone who has the disease but does not show symptoms. Remember, mono is not ordinarily transmitted through air.
Well, I must go now. I haven't been feeling very well for the past couple of days.
Stay healthy!
August 24th, 2013
Hey guys! Ever since my friend caught mono 3 days ago, I have gotten pretty interested. So, I thought I would do the next few entries on mono! Sound fun? No? Oh... Okay. Well, too bad, cause you're going to hear about it anyway.
My friend is miserable. The symptoms are making her really tired! Here is a list of symptoms that occur in both young children, older children, and young adults.
Young Children
- Mild
- May go unnoticed
- Mild sore throat
- Tonsillitis
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| Swollen lymph nodes |
- Headache
- Sore throat
- Swollen eyelids, glands, neck, underarms, and groin area
- Chills
- Severe fatigue
- Loss of appetite
- Fever
- Difficulty swallowing
- Bleeding gums
- Skin rash
- Bruising
- Jaundice
- Weakness
- Night sweats
- Stiff neck
- Sensitivity to light
- Shortness of breath
- Chest pain
- Nose bleeds
- Hives
August 21st, 2013
Good afternoon, readers. I have just finished my first week of high school, and I'm practically half dead. My hands hurt from writing, my fingertips hurt from typing, and my feet hurt from walking across the school. I'm so tired! And, my friend caught mono! ): For those of you who don't know what mono is, it is a viral disease. It is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. "Mono," is the shortened version of the disease's full name, mononucleosis. (Maw-NO-NU-KLEE-O-SIS) Luckily, it isn't serious and dangerous cases rarely occur. Mono usually occurs in kids and adults within the ages of 10 through 35; with peak ages of 15-17. It's very common in young people in places that house or shelter teens and young adults, like in high schools, or the military. So! That was your little insight on mononucleosis. Good night!
August 14th, 2013
First Day of High School
Hello, my followers! Guess what? Today is my first day of high school! I'm so excited! I get to see all my friends again, and I get to meet my new teachers, and see my new school! Now, I get to see more people, make new friends, and make great high school memories. Now, I must go. Goodbye for now, and wish me luck (:
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